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- Annual Salary: Competitive, dependant on experience
- Location: Hertfordshire, UK
- Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid
I am recruiting for a Partner in Contentious Trusts and Probate, with 10 years + PQE to join a prestigious law firm in Hertfordshire. This is an ideal opportunity for a specialist passionate about contentious trusts and probate, wanting to play a pivotal role in advancing a top-ranked team.
Day-to-day of the role:- Advise on all areas of contentious trusts and probate, including removing executors or trustees, making claims against executors or trustees, defending claims by beneficiaries, challenging Wills or the terms of a Trust, Inheritance Act claims, Court of Protection and succession disputes, and Power of Attorney disputes.
- Liaise with third parties, experts, and other specialists to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
- Build effective and positive relationships with clients, referrers, and colleagues, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration.
- Supervise and mentor junior staff members.
- Engage in proactive marketing and business development activities to secure further work for the team.
- Minimum of 10 years’ PQE in contentious trusts and probate.
- Demonstrated knowledge of contested trusts and probate best practices and a good understanding of the Inheritance Act.
- Strong team collaboration skills.
- Proficient IT skills, ideally with experience using a case management system.
- Experience with efficient working practices such as electronic filing.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong client relationship skills.
- Industry-specific accreditation or qualification such as ACTAPS or SFE is highly desirable.
- Competitive salary package with excellent benefits
- Hybrid working model, allowing flexibility between home and office.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a top-ranked team.
- Access to a broad network of clients and complex cases.
To apply for this Partner position in Contentious Trusts and Probate, please submit your CV, detailing your experience.
